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I'm with lane. I've been itching to get back. I can't complain much about seat time though, I still ride to work every day. When it's nice out a take a twisty scenic route

I am anxious about MSRH though. Last time out there was my first on that track. Did a half day and was around 2:15ish I think. But I've since added new and improved rotors, pads, and fluid. My new a* boots are making a wonderfull difference in grip on the pegs and overall feel of my feet, which was an issue before, can't wait to use em on the track.

I plan to be below 2:10 by the end of the day....hopefully

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Anyone wear chaps with fishnet shirts? My friends give me for it, but I feel most comfortable this way. Just seeing if anyone else out there feels the same. Also looking for other men interested in riding.

if you are concerned, skip msrh since level 1 is sold out that day... go to gss the next day... it is a much more technical track, tighter and slower, it will help you get real familiar with the way the new bike feels....I believe there is still room in level 1 there....that way you still get to do a track day that weekend

I'm also on a new to me bike, so I'm wondering how much that will add to getting back to pace. FYI I was bumped to L2 last summer before I sold my bike.

Whatever you do, just take it easy early. Hanging around CMRA racers, the first thing you notice is that no fast guys go out early. They let the track warm up and other people lay down some rubber while they relax. They are never worried there won't be enough laps for them. There are always plenty of laps.

If you go out in the first couple of sessions, just do some sighting laps, get used to the track again, and let yourself get a feel for your new bike. Let yourself warm up slowly, and get comfortable.

This would be a great time to work on the Keith Code concept of riding at 70-80% of your ability. Almost no one does it (I ride minis and SVs to force myself), but you can learn so much when you slow things down for yourself. If you do that you can pick up some great habits. When things slow down for you it is easier to pick out your braking markers, find your turn in points, and hit your apexes and exits. Use this opportunity to eat your track day vegetables. It will make you faster and safer

Whatever you do, just take it easy early. Hanging around CMRA racers, the first thing you notice is that no fast guys go out early. They let the track warm up and other people lay down some rubber while they relax. They are never worried there won't be enough laps for them. There are always plenty of laps.

If you go out in the first couple of sessions, just do some sighting laps, get used to the track again, and let yourself get a feel for your new bike. Let yourself warm up slowly, and get comfortable.

This would be a great time to work on the Keith Code concept of riding at 70-80% of your ability. Almost no one does it (I ride minis and SVs to force myself), but you can learn so much when you slow things down for yourself. If you do that you can pick up some great habits. When things slow down for you it is easier to pick out your braking markers, find your turn in points, and hit your apexes and exits. Use this opportunity to eat your track day vegetables. It will make you faster and safer

Thanks for the tips. Unfortunately it's elementary at this point, everything is sold out...